I 59 over Burwell Branch
GoodLauderdale County, Mississippi · 9.5 MI N Clarke Cl · Structure no. 11000590381479B
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 59 over Burwell Branch is a concrete culvert carrying I 59 over Burwell Branch in Lauderdale County, Mississippi. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Mississippi average of 38.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 15,000 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,000 by 2043. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 59 over Burwell Branch built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 59 over Burwell Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does I 59 over Burwell Branch carry?
About 15,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is I 59 over Burwell Branch?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns I 59 over Burwell Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.